Senior Medical Lab Scientist Generalist

Mass General Brigham; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Full benefits

Free parking

Weekend differential

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist, Senior I, at North Shore Medical Center, Inc. in Salem, MA, to manage specimen processing, testing, and result reporting under CLIA guidelines.

The role includes technical supervision duties and oversight of laboratory operations. The position requires a Bachelor's in clinical laboratory sciences or related field, ASCP-BOC certification, and 3–5 years of lab experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, or Laboratory Sciences
• ASCP-BOC certification required
• 3–5 years lab experience required
• Strong knowledge of QC/QA and CLIA regulations
• Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation and data management
• Experience reading and interpreting test results for diagnoses

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures for specimen handling, processing, testing, reporting and records management
• Maintain proficiency testing and quality control records
• Adhere to QC policies and calibration/maintenance schedules
• Identify problems affecting test performance and escalate as needed
• Document corrective actions for deviations in test performance

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Laboratory equipment operation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree – Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Bachelor's Degree – Medical Technology

Bachelor's Degree – Laboratory Sciences

Tools

ASCP-BOC Certification

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Starting Rate: $35.01/hour
24 hours per week- night shifts- Ask about the night differential!
Full Benefits and Free Parking!
Weekend rotations required- weekend differential included!

We're offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

Summary
As required by CLIA, the testing personnel are responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting test results. Each individual performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual’s education, training, or experience, and technical abilities. Works independently in an efficient and organized manner to assure accurate results and records. The work requires a professional level of knowledge to read and interpret accurately test results used by providers in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. The Medical Laboratory Scientist, Senior I, in their role as Technical Supervisor, Technical Consultant, or General Supervisor as defined by CLIA, may be delegated the responsibility of the technical oversight of the laboratory, including the day-to-day supervision or oversight of the laboratory operation and personnel performing testing and reporting results. Under the general supervision of the Technical Director and Clinical Supervisors, the Senior Technologist I is responsible for supervision of assigned workstations, including Quality Control (QC) review, training, competency assessment of staff, and inventory management.

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

Essential Functions

• After success completion of orientation, training and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role:
• Follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
• Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
• Follow the laboratory’s established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance.
• Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical consultant, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director; and
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications. 42 CFR 493.1425, 493.1495.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required and

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials

Medical Technologist (ASCP) [MLT, MT, MLA, Histologists] - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) required

Experience

lab experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• The knowledge, both practical and theoretical, of tests and procedures necessary to review findings and advise and direct subordinates in action.
• Demonstrates advanced level of analytical skills and judgement.
• Must have understanding of computer technology and its application to analytical procedures and quality control.
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance, and repair, and analytic techniques.
• Must have the ability to work independently, evaluate situations and act appropriately.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have the ability to pay careful attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols, including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.
• Must be able to perform as a team member.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff including physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.
• Advanced knowledge of federal, state and accreditation requirements.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

81 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$32.47 - $47.23/Hourly

Grade

7

EEO Statement:

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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